Join Us in Bahrain for the 18th Annual IWEC Conference

Theme: Entrepreneurial Leadership: Building Scale & Global Market Opportunities

Join leading women entrepreneurs, business chambers, global executives, investors, and policymakers for four inspiring days of strategy, partnerships, and innovation—designed to accelerate sustainable growth and international expansion.

📅 Dates: February 8–11, 2026

📍 Location: Bahrain (Multiple Venues)

🤝 Focus: Matchmaking • Mentoring • Global Networking

Key Highlights

What to Expect

  • Inspiring keynote sessions from global leaders and successful entrepreneurs
  • Interactive panel discussions on scaling enterprises and accessing new markets
  • Networking opportunities with peers, investors, and trade partners worldwide
  • Business matchmaking and mentoring sessions

Additional Opportunities

  • IWEC members will also be invited to attend the UNIDO–ITPO Bahrain Conference
  • Dedicated IWEC networking area for private meetings and collaborations
  • Cultural tours and curated Bahrain experiences
  • Gala dinner and award ceremony

Agenda at a Glance

Day 1 — Sunday, February 8, 2026: Welcome Event & Reception

Venue: RAK Art Foundation — View on Map

Transport: Buses depart Hilton & Barceló Hotels at 6:45 PM (Lobby by 6:30 PM)

  • 7:30 – 8:00 PM — Cocktails
  • 8:00 – 8:15 PM — Welcome by Bahrain Group
  • 8:15 – 8:30 PM — Introduction of IWEC Board
  • 8:30 – 9:00 PM — Cultural Presentation from Bahrain
  • 9:00 PM — Vote of Thanks
  • 9:00 – 9:30 PM — Networking Continues
  • 9:30 PM — Buses depart for hotels

Day 2 — Monday, February 9, 2026: Main Conference Day

Venue: Bahrain Chamber of Commerce — View on Map

Transport: Buses depart at 9:15 AM (Lobby by 9:00 AM)

  • 9:30 – 10:00 AM — Tea & Networking
  • 10:00 – 10:15 AM — Welcome Address by IWEC Chair
  • 10:15 – 10:30 AM — Welcome by Bahrain Government Representative
  • 10:30 – 11:30 AM — Catalyzing Sustainable Growth Panel
  • 11:30 – 11:45 AM — Investment Presentation – Bahrain EDB
  • 11:45 AM – 12:55 PM — Opening Keynote
  • 12:55 – 1:20 PM — Q&A
  • 12:20 – 12:50 PM — Introduction of First Batch of Awardees
  • 12:50 – 1:50 PM — Lunch
  • 1:50 – 2:20 PM — Keynote 2 – Building Beyond You
  • 2:20 – 3:20 PM — Plenary Panel
  • 3:20 – 3:50 PM — Q&A
  • 3:50 – 4:20 PM — Introduction of Second Batch of Awardees
  • 4:20 – 5:20 PM — Open Forum – Delegate Networking
  • 5:20 PM — Departure for Cultural Tours / Hotels

Day 3 — Tuesday, February 10, 2026: WEIF Agenda + Gala Dinner

Venue: Exhibition World Bahrain — View on Map

Transport: Buses depart at 8:45 AM (Lobby by 8:30 AM). Travel time approx. 45+ mins

  • 10:00 AM — Join WEIF Agenda
  • 6:15 PM — Bus transfer for Gala Dinner
  • 7:00 – 8:00 PM — IWEC Award Ceremony
  • 8:00 PM Onwards — WEIF/IWEC Gala Dinner

Day 4 — Wednesday, February 11, 2026: WEIF Full-Day Agenda (Optional)

Venue: Exhibition World Bahrain — View on Map

  • Full Day — Join WEIF Agenda

Venues

February 8: RAK Art Foundation — Welcome reception and cultural evening. View on Google Maps

February 9: Bahrain Chamber of Commerce — Conference opening sessions, keynotes, panels and networking. View on Google Maps

February 10–11: Exhibition World Bahrain — WEIF participation and IWEC gala dinner. View on Google Maps

For more details, visit our Conference 2026 page.